Hello and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear about your dad and appreciate this must be a tough time for you all.

Without being involved in your dad's care it is difficult to say what may be going on and I would suggest you contact his own specialist team or GP so they can assess him, today if possible.

There could be a number of things going on that may be linked to the treatment, the disease or something completely unrelated that could be treated, so do speak to someone when you can.

Constipation can be very unpleasant and make people feel pretty rough, I hope he is drinking plenty and has been given some treatment to help him pass stools more easily.

When the end of life approaches often patients do become less well, more sleepy and eat and drink less but usually it is a gradual decline. When this time comes the doctors and nurses will know and talk to the family to make sure he is kept as comfortable as possible.

Often patients are referred to a macmillan nurse or community palliative care team who can help manage symptoms and provide support both the patient and their families, so do ask about this if your dad isn't known to one of these already.

Do get back if you need to or you are welcome to call us on 0808 800 4040 mon-fri 9-5 if you prefer.

Best wishes

Naomi

Hello and thanks for posting

I am sorry to hear about your dad and appreciate this must be a tough time for you all.

Without being involved in your dad's care it is difficult to say what may be going on and I would suggest you contact his own specialist team or GP so they can assess him, today if possible.

There could be a number of things going on that may be linked to the treatment, the disease or something completely unrelated that could be treated, so do speak to someone when you can.

Constipation can be very unpleasant and make people feel pretty rough, I hope he is drinking plenty and has been given some treatment to help him pass stools more easily.

When the end of life approaches often patients do become less well, more sleepy and eat and drink less but usually it is a gradual decline. When this time comes the doctors and nurses will know and talk to the family to make sure he is kept as comfortable as possible.

Often patients are referred to a macmillan nurse or community palliative care team who can help manage symptoms and provide support both the patient and their families, so do ask about this if your dad isn't known to one of these already.

Do get back if you need to or you are welcome to call us on 0808 800 4040 mon-fri 9-5 if you prefer.

Best wishes

Naomi